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sod off
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used to tell someone to go away or leave one alone
Dialect
British
British
Offensive
Slang
Vulgar
What is the origin of the term "sod off" and how is it used?
"sod off" is a British slang phrase that emerged in the mid-20th century, derived from "sod," a mild expletive originally referring to a contemptible person or "sodomite," combined with "off" to tell someone to leave. It is used to sharply or rudely tell someone to go away or leave one alone. The phrase appears in informal speech, television, and writing, often with a humorous or annoyed tone. It is mildly vulgar and derogatory but generally considered less offensive than stronger curses.
Examples
The paparazzi would n't leave, so the actor told them to sod off.
